2016governmental award

Hungarian Order of Saint Stephen

The highest state award, recognizing the most outstanding and exceptional merits in the interest of Hungary, distinguished life achievements, and significant contributions on an international level.

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2014governmental award

Artist of the Nation

The top prize in the hierarchical system of art awards, granted to Kossuth Prize-winning artists over 65 who have created significant value in their artistic field. By law, no more than seventy artists may hold it simultaneously.

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2012governmental award

Hungarian Corvin Chain

The second-highest Hungarian state award, which may be granted to individuals who have made a special contribution to improving Hungarian public thought, science, and culture.

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2009governmental award

Pro Cultura Hungarica Award

Award granted to foreign citizens who have made invaluable contributions to promoting and disseminating Hungarian cultural values abroad and enriching cultural relations between Hungary and other nations.

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2003governmental award

Commander’s Cross with Star of the Order of Merit of the Republic of Hungary

One of the four highest Hungarian state awards is the Hungarian Order of Merit, which is granted in various grades to individuals who perform exemplary activities in culture, science, art, or their own field, in order to advance Hungary’’s interests and promote universal human values.

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1997governmental award

Kossuth Prize

The highest Hungarian state decoration for the cultivation and preservation of Hungarian culture.

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1997governmental award

Hungarian National Prestige Award

Award of the Hungarian government for domestic and foreign individuals and organizations who, in order to enhance the reputation of Hungary and promote a realistic and modern image of the country, have carried out outstanding activities in public life, the economy, science, education, culture, media, and sports.

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1994governmental award

Commander's Cross of the Order of Merit of the Republic of Hungary

One of the four highest Hungarian state awards is the Hungarian Order of Merit, which is granted in various grades to individuals who perform exemplary activities in culture, science, art, or their own field, in order to advance Hungary’’s interests and promote universal human values.

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1989governmental award

Order of the Star of the Hungarian People’s Republic

High-ranking state award for outstanding merits in building socialism, in political, economic, scientific, and cultural life, as well as in defending and serving the homeland, maintaining public order, promoting friendship among nations, and advancing social progress, awarded in several grades. Discontinued in 1991.

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